Primary SEND Teaching Assistant Worthing

SEND EYFS Teaching Assistant - Worthing
Location: Worthing
Hours: Full time (Monday - Friday)
Start Date: September 2025

We are seeking a Teaching Assistant to work on a 1:1 basis with a reception-aged child with Cerebral Palsy who requires personal care. This is a rewarding opportunity to be a key figure in a child's early development journey, supporting both their learning and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a child with complex learning and medical needs
• Assist with personal care, including toileting and hygiene routines, with dignity and respect
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENDCo to deliver a tailored learning plan
• Support the child in accessing learning activities, communication systems, and sensory-based tasks
• Contribute to a safe, positive and stimulating EYFS environment
• Communicate effectively with parents/carers and the wider support team

Requirements

• Has experience supporting children with SEN, ideally in an Early Years setting
• Is confident with administering providing personal care
• Has excellent communication skills and a nurturing approach
• Can work collaboratively as part of a supportive team
• Holds an appropriate TA qualification or relevant childcare/SEN experience

What we offer

We are Engage Education, the most trusted education recruitment agency, with professional development and support at our core.

• Get paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant)
• Free CPD sessions
• Your own dedicated consultant
• Receive a £50 Amazon voucher when you refer friends!

How to apply

You can apply for this role below or get in touch with us directly. All applicants require the appropriate qualifications, and all teachers require a formally recognised teaching qualification.

If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful in this role.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Temporary, Fixed term contract, Temp to perm

Pay: £85.00-£95.00 per day

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Temp to perm, Graduate

Pay: £85.00-£90.00 per day